Category: Education & Research

  • Learning or Telling.. From Sage on the stage to Guide on the Side.

    The best educators do not lecture from a pedestal — they guide students to discover knowledge for themselves. This post explores the shift from teacher-centred to learner-centred education and why it matters for student outcomes.

  • New semester new ideas

    A new semester is an opportunity to refresh approaches, set goals, and bring new energy to teaching and learning. This post reflects on the possibilities that a fresh academic term brings for both educators and students.

  • Professors are nurtured from Professors

    Great professors are not born — they are shaped by the mentors, teachers, and academic communities that invested in them. This post reflects on the vital role of mentorship in developing the next generation of academics.

  • Questionnaire for Researchers

    A resource for researchers seeking practical guidance on designing effective questionnaires for academic studies. This post covers key principles of survey design to help ensure valid and reliable data collection.

  • About me

    About me

    A personal introduction from Prof. Shari Mohd Yusof — academic, researcher, and lifelong learner with a passion for quality, education, and continuous improvement. Learn about the person behind this blog and the journey that led here.

  • Online Professor during COVID-19 Pandemic

    A candid account of what it takes to teach effectively online during a global crisis, when classrooms moved overnight to screens. This post shares the real challenges and unexpected lessons of becoming an online professor during COVID-19.